Tankerman AB Marine Vessels Offshore

AB duties vary from vessel to vessel and from watch to watch.

The Master sets the watch-standing schedule and posts the duty list for the crew.

The Master or his relief must ensure that the AB stands the proper watch and performs the proper duties.

These may include, but are not limited to, the following: 1.

Operational Duties Making up the tow; Dropping, spotting and switching barges at docks; Assisting the vessel and tow in making locks; Standing lookout, or riding the head of the tow as a lo…